Ben H. Mahon
American politician
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Ben H. Mahon (April 15, 1888 – October 25, 1924) was a member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from 1916 to 1922 and the Wisconsin State Senate from the 1922 to his death in 1924.
Ben H. Mahon | |
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| Member of the Wisconsin Senate from the 9th district | |
| In office January 1, 1923 – October 25, 1924 | |
| Preceded by | David V. Jennings |
| Succeeded by | Irving P. Mehigan |
| Member of the Wisconsin State Assembly from the Milwaukee 1st district | |
| In office January 1, 1917 – January 1, 1923 | |
| Preceded by | Jacob J. Killa |
| Succeeded by | Thomas H. Conway |
| Personal details | |
| Born | April 15, 1888 |
| Died | October 25, 1924 (aged 36) Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Relatives | Thomas J. Mahon (brother) |
| Occupation | Politician |
Early life
Ben H. Mahon was born on April 15, 1888, in Liberty, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin.[1] He attended public schools in Milwaukee and the Milwaukee Medical College.[1]
Career
Mahon worked at circulation departments in Milwaukee newspapers. He also worked in the insurance and real estate business in Milwaukee.[1] In 1913, he worked as a deputy state treasury agent.[1]
Mahon was elected to the Wisconsin State Assembly in 1916 and re-elected in 1920. He represented the 1st District.[1][2] In 1922, he was elected to the Wisconsin State Senate and remained a member until his death. He was a Republican.[1][3]
Personal life
Mahon's brother, Thomas J. Mahon, was also a member of the Assembly.[4]
Death
Mahon died on October 25, 1924, at his home in Milwaukee from tuberculosis.[4] On January 22, 1925, the Senate passed a resolution for a memorial in Mahon's name.[5]
